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Self Help

Payroll Manager

Durham, NC · On-site

Manage a team of Payroll Administrators responsible for administering multi-state payroll processing. This will include: * Provide strategic oversight of multi-state payroll operations across ...

Self Help

Payroll Manager

Durham, NC

Manage a team of Payroll Administrators responsible for administering multi-state payroll processing. This will include: * Provide strategic oversight of multi-state payroll operations across ...

AKG North America

Payroll Specialist

Mebane, NC · On-site

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

About the Role We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Payroll Specialist I to join our team. In this role, you will lead the accurate and timely processing of multi-state payrolls, ensure ...

Well

Payroll Specialist

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

$60K - $64K/yr

Payroll Specialist Reporting to: Controller Location: 501 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC (In Office) Compensation: $60,000-$64,000, depending on experience, plus bonus potential and benefits Position ...

Zachry Group

Accounting Clerk (Payroll Clerk)

Roxboro, NC · On-site

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

Perform complete payroll process for business units, entity or unassigned field payrolls and perform mathematical calculations for withholdings and deductions, vacation, sick leave, retroactive pay ...

Zachry Group

Accounting Clerk (Payroll Clerk)

Roxboro, NC · On-site

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

Perform complete payroll process for business units, entity or unassigned field payrolls and perform mathematical calculations for withholdings and deductions, vacation, sick leave, retroactive pay ...

Duke University

Administrative Coordinator

Durham, NC · On-site

Verify and upload monthly summer instructor payroll information to Corporate Payroll. * Assist in developing, monitoring, and maintaining the Summer Session budget. * Coordinate compensation for ...

Duke University

Administrative Coordinator

Durham, NC · On-site

Verify and upload monthly summer instructor payroll information to Corporate Payroll. * Assist in developing, monitoring, and maintaining the Summer Session budget. * Coordinate compensation for ...

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How much do payroll assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for payroll assistant in Roxboro, NC is $19.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $21.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a payroll assistant do?

A payroll assistant provides administrative support in the payroll department. As a payroll assistant, your duties include entering payroll data, processing new hire paperwork, and making changes related to tax withholding and employee benefits. You also help create detailed documents outlining payroll for the company or organization and may perform additional clerical tasks as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a payroll assistant?

To thrive as a Payroll Assistant, you need strong attention to detail, basic accounting knowledge, and familiarity with payroll laws, typically supported by a relevant diploma or associate degree. Proficiency with payroll software such as ADP, QuickBooks, or SAP, along with Microsoft Excel, is commonly required. Excellent organizational skills, discretion, and clear communication help build trust and ensure accuracy in processing sensitive payroll information. These skills are critical to ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with legal and organizational standards.

What are some common challenges payroll assistants face when managing payroll for a large organization?

Payroll Assistants in large organizations often encounter challenges such as handling high volumes of data, ensuring compliance with complex and frequently changing tax laws, and meeting tight deadlines for payroll processing. Attention to detail is crucial since small errors can affect employee satisfaction and legal compliance. Additionally, Payroll Assistants must collaborate closely with HR and finance departments to verify timesheets, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate records, making strong communication skills essential.
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Infographic showing various Payroll Assistant job openings in Roxboro, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,185 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Payroll Manager

Self Help

Durham, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Job Description:
WHO We Are:
Self-Help started in 1980 with a focus on economic inequality especially in communities that have faced systemic barriers to building wealth. At the core of what Self-Help does is a drive to create and protect ownership and economic opportunity. In other words, we're committed to economic justice! Economic Justice means that all communities have the basic infrastructure they need to thrive, from high-quality schools to grocery stores selling fresh food resources that support opportunity at a neighborhood level regardless of demographics, income, or wealth. Since our founding, we've constantly sought new ways to pursue greater economic justice: from providing fair and affordable loans to working with partners to demand that lawmakers change unjust policies.
We are seeking a Payroll Manager to join our Durham, NC team!
WHAT You'll Do:
Manage a team of Payroll Administrators responsible for administering multi-state payroll processing. This will include:
  • Provide strategic oversight of multi-state payroll operations across assigned regions, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws, including complex state-specific requirements such as California wage and hour regulations.
  • Ensure payroll is processed and delivered consistently in an accurate, timely and compliant manner for over 1000 staff members consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws for all hourly and salaried staff.
  • Process statutory reporting and compliance filing(s) to ensure accuracy, compliance and timeliness. This may include garnishments, payroll taxes, and W-2's and ACA filings.
  • Ensure the organization's pay practices comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
  • Serve as a point of escalation and assisting team members with the resolution of payroll related problems.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure operational excellence.
  • Establish payroll calendars, service level expectations, and quality standards for the payroll team.
  • Monitor payroll metrics and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and customer service.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements, automation, and system enhancements.
  • Support organizational initiatives involving compensation changes, mergers, acquisitions, organizational restructures, and system implementations.
  • Oversee year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing, tax reconciliation, annual reporting, and related audits.
  • Manage a team of payroll administrators including developing goals for team members and providing regular feedback and development of staff.
  • Develop and maintain payroll procedures, documentation, and cross-training to ensure business continuity.
  • Act as a change agent to drive Self-Help's economic inclusion initiatives by integrating supplier diversity and the use of businesses owned by women and people of color in third party contracting and vendor management for relevant products and services
  • Serve as project manager on assigned HR projects.
  • Serve as the Payroll Subject Matter Expert for Workday Payroll, Time Tracking, and Absence modules.
  • Collaborate on system testing, upgrades, enhancements, and release management.
  • Develop payroll reporting and dashboards to support operational and leadership decision-making.
  • Perform other duties as may be deemed necessary.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  • Bachelor's degree in related field OR equivalent related experience.
  • 4 years' of related experience including experience in handling payroll and managing an organization's payroll function.
  • Experience working in Workday preferred.
  • Appropriate HR certifications preferred.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of multi-state payroll administration.
  • Strong knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws.
  • Experience managing payroll tax filings and compliance.
  • Experience leading payroll system implementations or upgrades.
  • Experience with payroll reporting, analytics, and data reconciliation.
  • Strong commitment to our mission - creating economic opportunity for traditionally underserved communities.
  • Preference for working in organizations that place priority on teamwork and collaboration
  • Strong knowledge of payroll and benefit principles, laws, and regulations and technical knowledge of benefit functional areas.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Products, with strong focus in Excel.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment, and support other areas of HR as needed.
  • Ability to lead, hire and mentor staff.
  • Ability to analyze data related to payroll, timecards and reporting and experience trouble shooting payroll processing systems and transactions.
  • Ability to create and present presentations to staff and leadership regarding payroll procedures
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to multi-task.
  • Ability to lead projects and direct the activities of others.
  • Interest and willingness to continue to pursue appropriate certifications and to continue to grow in career.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Ability and willingness to travel and work overtime as needed.
  • Ability to demonstrate Self-Help's Core Values:

o Mission Before Self
o Service With Excellence
o Embracing & Promoting Change
o Results Not Credit
o Diversity as a Strength
o Financial Sustainability for Mission Impact
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Close vision is required.
  • Employee is regularly required to: sit; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
  • Employee is frequently required to type and use a keyboard.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 to 40 pounds.

This position description is intended to describe the duties most frequently performed by an individual in this position. It is not intended to be a complete list of assigned duties but to describe a position level. Furthermore, the essential functions are listed above and reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the requirements of the American with Disabilities Act.
Self-Help is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Company Disclaimer:
Self-Help is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression (including transgender status), age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, class or family status.
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About Self Help

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Industry

Individual, family and community social assistance

Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Alamos, NM, US

Year founded

1969

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